President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
FG fixes date to inaugurate governing councils of tertiary institutions
The Federal Government has scheduled the inauguration of Governing Councils for Federal universities, polytechnics, and other tertiary institutions for July 4, 2024.
This announcement follows concerns raised by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) over the composition of the newly formed councils, which ASUU President Prof Emmanuel Osodeke criticized for being predominantly comprised of retired politicians rather than academic experts or professionals in relevant fields.
The reconstitution of these councils and boards, approved by President Bola Tinubu, aims to enhance the management of Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, Prof. Aisha Maikudi, disclosed the inauguration date during her recent address assuming office.
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A total of 560 individuals have been appointed to these governing bodies across Federal Government-owned tertiary institutions. Notable appointments include Chief Bisi Akande as Chairman of the University of Ibadan’s council, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN) at the University of Lagos, Isa Yuguda at the National Open University, and Siyan Oyeweso at Obafemi Awolowo University.
Additionally, Adebayo Shittu, Muiz Banire, and Senator Florence Ita Giwa were appointed chairpersons of governing boards for specific institutions like David Umahi University of Medicine, Federal University of Transportation in Katsina, and Federal Polytechnic in Ugep, Cross River State, respectively.
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